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LJ12 KDZ

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

156,084 mi
Last recorded156,084 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 KDZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 156,084 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 18 Oct 2025 156,061 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both Lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 143,686 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 129,182 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2023 129,142 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 117,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inside perished and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inside (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 117,947 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inside perished and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside headlight aim on low level limit

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inside (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on fail limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 110,836 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective water inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge bald/perished 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 102,214 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 102,214 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2019 86,362 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 74,941 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 65,153 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 54,357 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 40,027 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Insignia?

Based on 3,238,878 MOT tests across 297,647 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
297,647
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 45,793
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,535
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29,349
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,379
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LJ12 KDZ is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall Insignia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 83,571 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Insignia fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 45,793 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ12 KDZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Insignia typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Vauxhall Insignia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ12 KDZ registered?

LJ12 KDZ is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 10 May 2012.

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